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Must Have For Dog Owners

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This is a list of products that dog owners must have either if they are new dog owners or seasoned dog owners. This list was created by myself who is a dog owner of 4 dogs and have had dogs for over 40 years. Some of the links below are affiliate lin...
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Dog Toys

Here are some great dog toys and activites to do with your dog.

 
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great ball that last
Chuckit! Ultra Ball Dog Toy - Medium - 2 Pack
 
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Good for exercise or when dogs age to keep they moving.
TRIXIE Dog Agility Hurdle Cone Set
 
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Great toy that last.
Best Pet Supplies Crinkle Duck Dog Toy
 
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great toy for agressive chews or for puppies.
KONG Classic Stuffable Dog Toy for Large Dogs
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fun to play with for the dogs.
Kong Wubba Dog Size: Large Pack: of 2, Assorted
 
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A great toy for when your dog gets bored.
KONG Extreme Ring - Durable Chew Toy for XL Dogs
 
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This has the option of stuffing it with treats.
KONG Puppy Binkie - Pink Pacifier Dog Toy
 
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This is strong but soft enough not to hurt your dog's teeth. Hours of fun!
Chuckit! Ultra Fetch Dog Stick - 12" - Orange/Blue

Dog Crates and Beds

A dog bed can change a dog's life. If they have anxiety or joint pain, here are some great options. For Dog crates, I have a few that have really lasted through the years.

 
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MidWest makes the highest standard dog crates.
MidWest Single Door iCrate Dog Crate
 
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Hands down this calms my Labradoodle who has anxiety. It's like a big hug.
HuggleHug™ Calming Dog Rug Bed - Great Gear And Gifts For Dogs at Home or On-The-Go
 
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Great bed for dogs who have orthopedic issues like hip dysplasia and knee issues. a must for elderly dogs too!
Orthopedic Bed with Protector Dog Pad - Great Gear And Gifts For Dogs at Home or On-The-Go
 
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If you have dogs that love the couch, this is a great dog bed for the furniture! I love letting the dogs on the furniture but to have it more personalized for them is very helpful.
HuggleHug™ Calming Sofa Protector Bed - Great Gear And Gifts For Dogs at Home or On-The-Go
 
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All dogs have accidents no matter how we try to keep it from happening. I have used these on furniture under their blankets, in their crates, in the car because I really want absorbent .
Bed Pads Washable Waterproof(2 Pack, 34" x 36"), Washable and Reusable Anti Slip Chuck Pads Incontinence Underpad Sheet Protector for Adults, Elderly, Kids, Toddler and Pets, Grey
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I love the option to have 2 doors on a crate because at times when I move the crate one door works better then the other.
MidWest Double Door iCrate Dog Crate

Dog Bowls

These are great dog bowls that last a long time, colorful and have a personalized option. 

 
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Fashionable dog bowl with a pink and green argyle pattern that you can personalize.
Pink And Green Golf Diamonds Water Hazard Dog Bowl
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Mediterranean pattern-inspired dog bowl. Adorned with exquisite watercolor illustrations inspired Italian Amalfi art tile backdrop, it exudes style.
Watercolor Positano Amalfi Tile Design Pet Bowl
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Introducing our Sniff, Eat, Repeat Dog Bone! dog bone-shaped treat art design.
Sniff, Eat, Repeat, Dog Bone Funny Dog Bowl
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Stylish and sweet.
Personalized Name Shih-Tzu With Hearts Dog Bowl
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Personalized options!
Blue Sparkly Paw Print Personalize Dog Bowl
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Stylishly pink
Pink Sparkly Paw Print Personalize Dog Bowl
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Adorable dog illustrations.
Holiday Dogs With Dog Toys Personalized Bowl
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Unique dog design
Cute Puppies & Dogs Pattern Dog Bowl
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Indulge your pet with our festive dog bowl featuring 11 unique canine artworks, including Shih Tzu, Samoyed, English Bulldog, and more.
Christmas Dogs Celebration Pet Name Bowl
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Abstract Acrylic Fluid Pour Emerald Dragon Pet Bowl. Modern and trendy!
Acrylic Fluid Pour Emerald Dragon Pet Bowl
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This ultra-hipster, vintage-inspired design brings gorgeous springtime vibes and joyful energy to your pet's mealtime.
Retro Flower & Daisy Hourglass Pattern Pet Name Bowl
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Elevate your pet's dining experience with our trendy multicolored mountain peak design dog bowl.
Mountain Peaks Design With Pet Name Bowl
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for dogs and cats
Watercolor Strawberry Blossoms Pattern Pet Bowl
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This is a great dog bowl for a picky eater and a dog that needs to use some mental focus to help with anxiety.
Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound - Free shipping - Chewy.com
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Health

Dog health can be challenging and expensive. I have been thorugh a lot with my dogs and here are some great recommendations that have help me with my pups.

 
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Great for dogs who lick or itch or recover from surgrey.
Soft Edge Pet Recovery Collar - Adjustable E-Collar
 
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Best wee wee pads for dogs who need to keep using the potty in the home or for puppies.
Four Paws Wee-Wee Unscented Pee Pads, 200 Ct
 
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Super easy for dogs to take pills.
Greenies Pill Pockets Large Dog Treats 15.8 oz
 
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Here are some recommendations for how to keep your dogs safe during Christmas.
How To Keep Your Pets Safe During Christmas
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This is my story about my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Maximus who was diagnosed with Degenerative Myelopathy, a spinal cord disease.
Maximus, My Little Warrior In The End
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This is Duke my Labradoodle who has awful anxiety and how we managed it.
A Complicated Labradoodle And Proud Of It!
 
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This is a great shampoo for dogs who have skin allergies. My Labradoodle only uses this shampoo and it's kept his hot spots reduced.
MICONAHEX+TRIZ Shampoo for Dogs & Cats, 16-fl oz bottle
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A great creme rinse for dogs that have skin allergies.
VIRBAC Epi-Soothe Pet Cream Rinse, 8-fl oz bottle
 
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A great resourse for new dog owners to start with.
Dog Health: Canine Healthcare Issues and Tips
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For those first days of having a puppy.
The First 30 Days With Your New Puppy
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Another really important site for new puppy infor.
Puppy 101: What to know as a new dog parent
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As a pet owner- you need to know what is toxic.
Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
 
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This is a great gentle anti itch shampoo for pollen season!
TROPICLEAN Medicated Itchy Skin Relief Oatmeal & Tea Tree Dog ...
 
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This shampoo smells so good and leaves a wonderful fur.
EARTHBATH Oatmeal & Aloe Dog & Cat Shampoo, 1-gal bottle
 
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If your dog licks his or her paws in the Spring- they may be struggling with allergies, this is a great wipe for getting rid of yeast on the toes and toe nails.
PET MD Chlorhexidine Antiseptic Dog & Cat Wipes, 70 count
 
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Who has time to brush their dogs teeth? With 4, it's too hard- but with these wipes, it makes it faster to wipe off some the germs off the teeth.
PETKIN Plaque Toothwipes Fresh Mint Flavor Dog & Cat ...
 
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Perfect wipes for muddy paws, dirty butts and over all wipe down if your pet has been to the ER.
PETKIN Petwipes Germ Removal Antibacterial Dog & Cat ...
 
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Love the coconut smell of these wipes- nice for those in between baths.
BEST PET SUPPLIES Coconut-Scented Moisturizing Cat & Dog ...
 
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My Labradoodle is a picky eater and gets constipated- this pumpkin is a wonderful addition to his food.
Weruva Pumpkin Patch Up! Pet Food Supplement

Mental Health

 
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Great to keep dogs calm.
ThunderEase Dog Calming Pheromone Spray
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a good dog toy for anxiety
Snuggle Puppy - Heartbeat Toy for Dogs
 
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I have a Labradoodle who has anxiety, this youtube dog tv has helped when I am out.
Relax Your Dog TV - 8 Hours of Relaxing TV for Dogs at The Babbling Brook ✅
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A great relaxing youtube channel for your dogs to chill out and get some TV down time.
DOG TV: Deeply Relaxing Video for Stress Relief for Dog - Soothing Dog Music Videos for Dog to Watch
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Hands down a must for dogs that have anxiety.
THUNDERSHIRT Classic Anxiety & Calming Vest for Dogs ...

For Your Home

 
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Keep dogs out of your trash!
XPIY 2 Pack 4 Gallon Trash Can with Lid
 
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If you live in a rural area- good to have on hand in case of wild animals or agressive dogs off leash.
HALT 91427 Dog Spray, Red
 
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A must to get the dang hair and dnader out of your carpet.
Kenmore DU1040 Bagless Upright Vacuum, Blue
 
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GReat bags that do not break.
Earth Rated Lavender Scented Dog Poop Bags
 
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This is the best dog gate that is strong and lasting!
MIDWEST Steel Pet Gate, 39-in, 2 count, White - Chewy.com
 
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This is a great dog gate for stairs that keep the dogs from running upstairs!
Cumbor 29.7-46" Baby Gate, Auto Close Dog Gate

Dog Clothing, Leashes

Here are some dog clothing and leashes items that are easy to use and stylish.

 
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great rain jacket, easy to get on and off
RC Pet Packable Dog Rain Poncho, Crimson S
 
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Hands down the best harness that gives you 2 options for the leash to attach too.
PHOEPET No Pull Dog Harness Medium, Orange
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Travel

 
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Hands down, the greatest dog travel bag!
MASKEYON Airline Approved Pet Carrier for 2
 
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This is a great travel crate for when you go to an Airbnb or even at home. My dogs love it as variety.
Soft-Sided Portable Dog Crate - Great Gear And Gifts For Dogs at Home or On-The-Go
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Senior Dog

At some point, the day comes when our dogs enter into the senior years. Here are some great products for helping your senior dog who needs a little extra care.

 
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I’m resting my head on this bed with my dog, and it’s incredibly comfortable! Perfect for dogs needing orthopedic support, whether for hip dysplasia, knee problems, or spinal issues.
Orthopedic Dog Bed for Large Dogs, Grey
 
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This is a very supportive dog bed. I use these in the dog crates so they have full support when they need to be crated.
Bedsure Large Dog Bed - Orthopedic Waterproof
 
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Really helpful for dogs with spinal issues li
Coodeo Dog Lift Harness, Full Body Support
 
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This is helping me support my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and medium size Labradoodle get up the stairs.
LOOBANI Portable Dog Sling for Rear Support